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Thursday 29 November 2012

PREVIEW: Jason Becker: Not Dead Yet (15)

A touching and emotional documentary from Director Jesse Vile that captures the reality and raw talent of singer-songwriter Jason Becker in the documentary entitled Jason Becker: Not Dead Yet.

As hard-hitting as it is uplifting, Jason Becker: Not Dead Yet tells the life of talented singer-songwriter Jason Becker who's performance on stage was limited due to an illness however, his song writing talents are still being use to full effect.

The city of Richmond, San Francisco gave birth to a talented and gifted rock star by the name of Jason Becker. In 1989 at the age of 19 Becker was about to take the world by storm being tipped as one of the hottest rock stars of his generation, his burst onto the music scene was ended by an illness.

After stepping off the stage after numerous performances with pains in his legs the decision was made to have it checked, the results we're catastrophic for Becker, his family, friends and fans. Diagnosed with ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) or Motor Neuron Disease, he was given 2-3 years to live.
His time as an entertainer and musician were over.

This documentary charts his early years, the shock and reactions to those close to him about his illness and how they dealt with it.

Now aged 43 Becker is still alive, technology has enabled him to continue making music through the use of his eyes.

Jason Becker:Not Dead Yet emphasises the love for life, the passion for music and the love and support from those who are dear.

The passion from Becker is clear to see as he battles his illness whilst producing the music that has made him one of the greatest of his generation.


Winner of awards at film festivals such as; Athens International Film Festival and the San Jose Film Festival to name but a few.

Jason Becker: Not Dead Yet is sure to be a great success in England and the rest of Europe as it warms the emotions of all that watch it.




*An intense, emotional ride. Uplifting and inspiring* David Parkinson

*Jesse Vile’s moving documentary can’t go wrong with such an inspiring, funny and genuinely nice guy taking the spotlight he deserves* Paul Bradshaw
  
Watch the fascinating trailer below and come and watch this inspirational documentary:



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